Happy New Year! We have some exciting news to kick-off 2014…our inaugural Plan Your Wedding Edmonton workshop was such a hit last year that we’re bringing it back! Read on for more information and be sure to register before January 23rd for early bird savings!

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Recently engaged but not sure where to start? Have you been busy planning for a few months and need help figuring out what’s left to do before you say, ‘I do’?

Don’t miss this fun and informative workshop led by Jennifer Bergman, Lead Planner + Designer of Jennifer Bergman Weddings Inc. Plan Your Wedding Edmonton is perfect for couples who have the time (and desire) to plan their own weddings, but could use a little help along the way.

            Date:          Sunday, February 23^rd, 2014
            Time:          10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
            Location:    Matrix Hotel (Amber Ballroom), 10640 100 Avenue

Your ticket includes:

• Professional wedding planning guidance through a variety of topics:
  • Getting started
  • Navigating the guest list
  • Setting and sticking to your budget
  • Choosing wedding locations / venues
  • Selecting your dream team of wedding professionals
  • Creative ideas to personalize your wedding
  • Managing wedding day logistics
  • Wedding design trends for 2014/2015
  • Etiquette
  • …and more!
• Planning workbook complete with checklists, budget guides and valuable resources
• Décor showcase featuring some of the latest trends in wedding design and décor, including gorgeous linens, customized stationery and centrepieces for every budget
• Personal tour of Matrix Hotel’s event spaces, guest rooms and suites
• Opportunity to have your wedding planning questions answered (and hear other couples’ questions too!)
• Delicious lunch and refreshments provided by Matrix Hotel
• Exclusive offers from Edmonton wedding vendors – valued at over $1,500!
  • Aydin Wedding Films – Save $100 on your wedding film booking
  • Bailey Gartner Freelance Hair Stylist – Complimentary bridal hair wigs trial with wedding booking of 3 or more
  • LilyBridal – $40 off a bridesmaid or special occasion dress
  • Erica Viegas (Singer/Guitarist) – Save $50 on your wedding ceremony music booking
  • Esquire Limousine – $100 off wedding limousine package
  • faBLOOMosity – Save 10% on your wedding flower order
  • Glow Juicery – Buy 3 juice Cleanses get 1 FREE
  • Joanna Bisley Designs – Save 15% on your wedding jewelry purchase
  • Laugh Photo Booth – 15% off a wedding photo booth package
  • Novelle Bridal Shop – $100 certificate towards accessories with purchase of wedding dress
  • Pinkpolka Wedding Design – Save 15% on your wedding invitations / stationery order
  • Premiere DJs – Save 10% on your wedding DJ package
  • Special Event Rentals – Save 10% on your wedding rentals order
  • The Art of Cake – Receive a complimentary 8″ bridal shower cake with your wedding cake order
  • …and more!

Photo Credit: FO Photography

2013 Workshop Testimonials:

“I got a lot out of the workshop – gave me a different outlook on the planning process!”

“Thank you for putting this on – it was a wonderful resource and I will definitely be going over these notes again!”

“This will definitely make my wedding planning less stressful. It helped us make decisions for our venue, décor and style!

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Please note that there are a limited number of tickets available and you must pre-register for this event. Tickets will NOT be available at the door. For more information, please contact us: info@JenniferBergmanWeddings.com / 780.298.8244.

Register Now!

Thank You To Our Event Partners!

This weekend we had our last wedding of 2013 at The Enjoy Centre in St. Albert. Together with our talented team of event partners we transformed the Moonflower Room into a dramatic winter wedding in rich tones of indigo, cranberry and gold. Below are a few shots of the transformation progress over the two-day installation.

{Planning Tip: Don’t overlook a venue just because the aesthetic doesn’t fit your vision. If it is a perfect location and suits your budget, you may be able to spend a bit more on décor to transform the space!}

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

This weekend we had our last wedding of 2013 at The Enjoy Centre in St. Albert. Together with our talented team of event partners we transformed the Moonflower Room into a dramatic winter wedding in rich tones of indigo, cranberry and gold. Below are a few shots of the transformation progress over the two-day installation.

{Planning Tip: Don’t overlook a venue just because the aesthetic doesn’t fit your vision. If it is a perfect location and suits your budget, you may be able to spend a bit more on décor to transform the space!}

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

Congratulations to the winner of our 5th and final giveaway: Karla G. Karla wins two lift passes for Marmot Basin Ski Resort in Jasper, Alberta ($175 value)!

Thank you all for participating in our JBW Turns 5 giveaway series – the response was phenomenal and we’re so glad to have brought some holiday cheer to 5 lucky winners!

Wishing you a safe and relaxing holiday season,

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

In celebration of our 5th Birthday, Jennifer Bergman Weddings is partnering with local businesses to give away 5 prize packages until the end of 2013! Here’s the last one…good luck!

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GIVEAWAY #5: Two Lift Passes for Marmot Basin Ski Resort in Jasper, Alberta ($175 value!)
December 17-22, 2013

This winter Marmot Basin is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a season full of special events and offers! Located in the breathtaking Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Marmot Basin is a ski and snowboard destination that inspires lasting memories. Only 20 minutes from the town of Jasper, Marmot Basin offers 3,000 vertical feet (914m) of superb skiing and snowboarding on 1,675 acres of varied terrain. Don’t miss out on all the mountain fun!

To Enter:

1. ‘LIKE’ the Jennifer Bergman Weddings Facebook page.

2. Comment on the giveaway post telling us who you’d take skiing / boarding with you if you’re the winner – be sure to tag them if they’re on Facebook!

***Bonus entry: SHARE the post on your personal Facebook page!***

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Giveaway ends December 22, 2013 at 11:59 PM MST. The winner will be randomly drawn on
December 23, 2013 and announced on the JBW Facebook Page and Blog. 

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Good luck!

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

The winner of our 4th giveaway is…

Shylah W.

Shylah wins an amazing prize package ($278 value!) from So Pretty Jewelry by Cara Cotter, including a Luxe Mini Jewelry Handbag and her choice of a gold, silver or rose gold FRAGMENTS necklace from So Pretty’s newest collection.

Our 5th and final giveaway announcement is coming very soon…!

Cheers!

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

We worked with Melissa and Bassil to plan their Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton wedding while they were living in Toronto. Melissa knew she wanted a wedding with Art Deco influence and a nod to The Great Gatbsy. Her gown was perfectly suited to the theme – the stunning Foxglove by Jenny Packham! Bassil and his groomsmen looked dapper in classic black suits and bow ties, and the bridesmaids were gorgeous in dark blue cocktail length dresses from J.Crew.

At the reception, crystal garlands and phalaenopsis orchids cascaded from silver candelabras. Navy blue napkins and silver charger plates mimicked facets inspired by Art Deco era architecture. Melissa’s bouquet was designed with sections of homogeneous white blooms that were included in each of her bridesmaids’ bouquets. As a nod to Bassil’s Lebanese heritage, a belly dancer surprised guests after dinner, getting everyone up on the dance floor to kick off the party.

Enjoy these gorgeous images by Carey Nash and head over to the Style Me Pretty blog to see even more of this delightful event!

Melissa + Bassil: We are so happy to have been a part of your love story! All the very best.

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Coordination + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Carey Nash Photography
  
• Officiant: Monsignor Joseph Salame
• Invitations: Paper & Poste (Toronto)
• Reception Stationery: Pinkpolka Wedding Design
• Florals: FaBLOOMosity
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
  
• Cake: Cake Couture
  
• Ceremony Music: David Moret 
• Reception Music: Baseline DJs
• Transportation: Esquire Limousine
• Hair Stylist: Aveda Academy (Paula)
• Makeup Artist: Loud & Lovely Makeup Artistry (Amy)
  
• Gown: Jenny Packham Foxglove
  

In celebration of our 5th Birthday, Jennifer Bergman Weddings is partnering with local businesses to give away 5 prize packages until the end of 2013!

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GIVEAWAY #4: So Pretty Jewelry by Cara Cotter Prize Package ($278 value!)
December 11-15, 2013

Edmonton based So Pretty Jewelry offers one-of-a-kind, handmade and private label jewelry. Cara Cotter’s contemporary design aesthetic layers clean, modern and organic elements together to create stunning and versatile pieces.

“I want my jewelry to be worn every day, be naturally beautiful and effortless while attention to detail and the quality of each piece is paramount – when you wear So Pretty Jewelry I hope you feel wonderful about yourself and help everyone around you feel the same!”  — Cara Cotter

Prize Package:

A Luxe Mini Jewelry Handbag ($178 value): the ultimate jewelry storage and travel case
which converts to a wearable clutch style handbag and cross body bag;

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Your choice of a gold, silver or rose gold FRAGMENTS necklace from
So Pretty’s newest collection (up to $100 value)!

To Enter:

1. ‘LIKE’ the Jennifer Bergman Weddings Facebook page.

2. Comment on the giveaway post telling us which FRAGMENTS necklace you’d choose if you win – gold, silver or rose gold!

***Bonus entry: SHARE the post on your personal Facebook page!***

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Giveaway ends December 15, 2013 at 11:59 PM MST. The winner will be randomly drawn on
December 16, 2013 and announced on the JBW Facebook Page and Blog. 

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Good luck!

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design